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When Life Hands You Lemons…

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We love all the meaningful ways our travelers find to make a positive difference in this world. Annie Laszlo is a shining example of this generosity of spirit. Since joining the CX traveler community four years ago, she’s gone from a welcome addition to a bedrock member, contributing her unbridled enthusiasm and heartfelt generosity in equal measure. We’re always grateful for Annie’s participation in our projects, in particular when she lent us a big helping hand in the creation of our 2013 recipe calendar,  So we were of course very excited when Annie signed up to join us on our 10th Anniversary trip to Oaxaca, Mexico this past March.

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CX Inspire: Landmark Journeys. Life-changing Impact.

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With making a positive impact through travel at the heart our philosophy, what better way to celebrate our 10th anniversary than with the first of a new series of philanthropic journeys. For our inaugural CX Inspire journey we’ll return to Oaxaca to endow a young artist scholarship in close collaboration with one of Oaxaca’s most influential artists. Amongst this trip’s exceptional highlights are:

  • Floating farms — visit small scale organic farmers in UNESCO designated Xochimilco
  • Architour Insider — meet architects who foster community through visionary design
  • Art of Giving — inaugurate a cross cultural art exhibit in Oaxaca
  • House Party — celebrate at the home of a local artist with special musical guests
  • Artisan Aromas — taste expertly paired mescals & chef-inspired small plates
  • Holy Mole — market-to-table culinary workshopp
  • Master Class — visit with renowned painter & philanthropist Francisco Toledo
  • Enduring Legacy — help us endow a young artist scholarship in Oaxaca
Jim Kane will lead this landmark journey celebrating 10 years of Culture Xplorers. Space is limited to 10 travelers. To request a detailed itinerary and reserve your spot please click here.